Director, IT Business Management

KeHE Distributors, LLC•Naperville, IL

About The Position

The Director, IT Business Management is a strategic leader overseeing IT business operations, financial governance, portfolio reporting, and cross-functional coordination across the technology organization. The role partners with IT and business executives to align technology investments with enterprise priorities, ensure financial transparency, and support disciplined execution of strategic initiatives. The Director leads budgeting, forecasting, capitalized labor management, performance reporting, and executive communications. The position also identifies opportunities to improve operational efficiency and value realization, and provides governance, analytics, and business management processes that enable informed decision-making and sustainable technology growth. The role is expected to act consistently with KeHE’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
At least 10 years of progressive experience in IT strategy, IT business management, finance, business operations, or related functions.
At least 6 years of people leadership experience developing and leading professional teams.
Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, capitalized labor tracking, portfolio governance, and executive communications.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, ERP platforms, and IT portfolio management tools.
Strong knowledge of IT financial management, budgeting, forecasting, capitalization practices, and cost modeling.
Excellent executive communication and presentation skills, including the ability to influence senior leaders.
Strategic thinking and ability to connect technology initiatives to business outcomes.
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities.
Exceptional attention to detail, organizational effectiveness, and time-management skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and lead cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborative leadership style focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service.
High level of conceptual thinking and business acumen.
Self-motivated, with a drive for operational excellence and measurable results.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, or a related discipline.
Experience supporting large-scale distribution, retail, logistics, or supply chain organizations.
Relevant certifications such as PMP, ITIL, CBIP, or similar professional credentials.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and govern enterprise IT strategy activities across technology functions to ensure alignment with business objectives.
Lead annual IT budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
Oversee IT financial management, including expense tracking, cost allocations, chargebacks, and capitalized labor accounting.
Develop and maintain executive dashboards, KPIs, and performance reporting for technology investments and operations.
Analyze technology project portfolios to evaluate spending, benefits realization, and return on investment.
Prepare executive-level presentations that turn complex operational and financial data into actionable insights.
Partner with Finance, Procurement, and business stakeholders to optimize technology spending and vendor value.
Establish governance processes for IT portfolio management, prioritization, and resource planning.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline administrative, reporting, and financial workflows.
Monitor compliance with financial controls, budgeting standards, and organizational policies.
Lead and develop team members, fostering accountability, collaboration, and high performance.